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New Year’s In Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg: Dining & Events

New Years in Pigeon Forge is just around the corner, and as we say goodbye to the past 365 days, we can get together to celebrate with fireworks, holiday shows, and so much more. With so many things to do in Pigeon Forge, you can plan your New Years Eve this weekend with some family fun for all ages.

Gatlinburg New Year’s Eve Celebration

Gatlinburg Parkway

Gatlinburg will welcome the arrival of the new year in unique style with its annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop & Fireworks Show around the intersection of Parkway and Historic Nature Trail at the base of the Space Needle late at night, December 31.

Gatlinburg NYE

Fireworks At The Island

Count down to midnight and celebrate the new year with fireworks & friends on The Island in Pigeon Forge. The Island will be open from 10:00 am to midnight, and the evening ends with a bang when the clock strikes midnight. Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks display featuring over 500 shells fired from multiple locations to ring in the new year.

The Island NYE

Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar

Kick off the New Year with a delicious celebration at Sevierville’s own Pinchy’s Lobster & Raw Bar! Starting at 8:30 pm, join the biggest party of the year with an all you can eat premium seafood event featuring crab legs, shrimp, mussels, and clams. Tickets start at $90 for singles or $170 for couples and are available directly at Pinchy’s.

Pinchy’s NYE

The Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Café is hosting a New Year’s Eve party with music from The Kincaid Band starting at 9:00 pm through 12:30 am. There will be a champagne toast at midnight and party favors will be available, while supplies last. Reservations are not required, but recommended, and families are welcome. Seating will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

Event Info

Puckett’s Restaurant

Puckett’s Restaurant will be open New Year’s Eve from 11 AM – 10 PM with special performance by Jimbo Whaley to ring in the New Year. Reservations are encouraged.

Puckett’s Grocery & Restaurant

SkyLand Ranch

Head up to SkyLand Ranch for New years Eve this year and enjoy the Festival of Lights, with over 1 million Christmas lights, the Jingle Bell Jamboree and The Very Merry Late Show!

SkyLand Ranch

Ancient Lore Village

Take part in a culinary celebration at Ancient Lore Village this New Year’s Eve. Their spectacular chefs have curated a wonderful brunch and dinner to send you into a blissful new year. The $99 dinner meal includes crab dip, caesar salad, filet + lump crab, mashed potatoes, green beans and dessert – plus a champagne toast for those 21 and up.

Ancient Lore Events

Mountain Mile New Year’s Eve Celebration

Join The Mountain Mile Tower & Shops for family friendly activities to celebrate the new year. The festivities include fireworks, face painting, street performers, obstacle courses, hot chocolate, & apple cider. The fireworks show starts at 10:00 pm.

Mountain Mile NYE

Ole Red

Ring in 2026 with good food, good company, and the best live music in the Smokies at Ole Red’s. They’re goin’ straight through to Midnight with top country talent on stage.

Ole Red

Azul Cantina

Another way to enjoy New Years at The Mountain Mile is on the rooftop of Azul Mexican Cantina. Starting at 10:00 PM, get ready for an unforgettable night of celebration. Savor dishes from their limited event food menu, and sip on featured drinks like an Espresso Martini, Walnut Old Fashioned, or Bubbles. As the clock strikes midnight, enjoy an unmatched view of the fireworks from the rooftop. Let’s raise a toast to the beginning of 2026!

Azul Cantina

Downtown Flavortown NYE

Count down the new year with a flavorful bash. Downtown Flavortown is know for its 40,000 sq. ft. of food, arcade games and bowling and to top it off, a celebration package has been added for maximum fun. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres, non-alcoholic drinks, party favors, a champagne toast, VIP access to private party rooms, and fireworks from a fantastic view.

Downtown Flavortown Event

West By God CoalFired Pizza

Ring in the New Year at West By God CoalFired Pizza’s New Year’s Eve party. Come for the party, stay for the axes, pizza, and memories! Pre-party starts at 7 PM, and we’re closing it down at 1 AM. Don’t miss out! Give them a call to make reservations

Country Roads Axe Co. Event

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